105350615 acupressure pdf

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OBJECTIVESDEFINITION (History Overview,

Importance/Benefits)CHARACTERISTICS

POINTS TO REMEMBERDO’S AND DON’TS in Acupressure TECHNIQUES in PRESSINGFIRST 2 MERIDIANSMAJOR BODY ORGANSPRESSURE POINTS(Locations and Benefits )



At the end of the 25 minute discussion and teaching demonstration , the students will be able

To:

1.) Identify what is acupressure.

2.) Determine the characteristics and pointsto remember for acupressure.

3.) Familiarize on the points to remember while doing this procedure.

4.) Review the basic anatomy and physiology.

5.) Apply the necessary techniques inpressing the first two meridians,major body organs and pressure points.

OBJECTIVES



was developed in Asia over 5,000 years ago. is a traditional Chinese medicine bodyworktechnique based on the same ideas as acupuncture. Itinvolves placing physical pressure, by hand, elbow, orwith the aid of various devices, on different pressure

points on the surface of the body.with pressure, needles, or heat triggers the releaseof endorphins , which are the neurochemicals thatrelieve painis based on the Chinese belief of Yin and Yang.it is effective in the relief of stress-related ailments,and is ideal for self-treatment and preventive healthcare for boosting the immune system.



Should be done on a flat, firm surfacePosition of the therapist – standing or sittingclient - sitting up/lying downApply pressure during exhalationClothing – thin, loose, comfortable

Therapist – clean hands, short nails, relaxed, masteryof techniques

Press at the correct Meridian Line and proper length of timeObserve client’s reaction

Treat client for only 30-45 minutesNo lotions, alcohol or powder during treatment (as slipperyhands prevent hitting the correct pressure points)



If client has a full stomach; wait for 1-2hoursWhen client’s stomach is empty Not done on drug dependentsNot done when there is a fractureNot done on persons with serious illnessesNot done on persons with contagious diseases

Not done on persons who have had recentsurgeryNot done on persons who have inflamed/swollen areas



Before doing the acupressure1. Orient the client2. Take the client’s BP 3. Diagnose – Basic acupressure technique for

blockage4. Treat – acupressure

Prepare Hands – “Exercise” Press one hand against the other with palms flat andall the fingers together

Press one hands against the other with the thumbsseparated from the other fingersBend fingers back on each hand, using the other handRepeat for 4 – 6 times



Very light – infants = 1 secondLight – children / adults = 3 secondsPleasant – normal = 5 seconds

Strong = 10 secs (for back, thighs, hardsurfaces of the body)



1. Governing Vessel – starts at upper lip toback head / body – Perineum

2. Conception Vessel – starts at lower lip – front – perinuem

- if there is “Pain” upon pressure, thereis an obstruction in vessel or channels



The Governing Meridian Vessel



The Conception meridian vessel



HAND SUPINE POSITION1.Lung Meridian – 1 inch below clavicle – pass upper extremity (arm) – thumb (R&L)

2. Pericardium Meridian – 3 inches below clavicle – Middle finger

3. Heart Meridian – before armpit – small finger

HAND PRONE POSITION1. Small Intestines – front of ear – neck, arm – small finger

2.Triple Burner – Heater Meridian – 1 inch away from ear –neck - arm – ring finger

3. Large Intestine – Bottom of ear – neck – arm – thumb

Starting point – THIGHS (lower extremeties ) R & L1. Stomach – facing front – middle of thigh- moving down to big toe

2. Spleen Meridian – back of thigh- 1 inch to side – 2nd toe

3. Liver Meridian – (start knees)1 inch back of knees – Big Toe

4. Kidney Meridian – (back of knees) – Popliteal-plantar (mid) portion of foot5. Gall Bladder – (front) Middle of thigh – 4th toe

6. Urinary Bladder – Middle of Buttocks – Heels (right and left)

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